Institute

The Lymphatic Malformation Institute (LMI) was established in December, 2010, and is focused, as a whole, on advancing the understanding of the lymphatic system and, specifically, advancing the understanding of the rare lymphatic malformations, Generalized lymphatic anomaly (GLA)/Lymphangiomatosis and Gorham-Stout disease.

The goal of the LMI is to find cures and treatments for these life-threatening disorders that have received very little attention from the scientific community in the past. The LMI seeks to fill this critical gap by identifying, organizing and funding research studies by medical and research professionals, and also working closely with other foundations with similar objectives.

The LMI’s focused strategy includes the following initiatives:

Identify, fund and systematically monitor research projects that further our understanding of lymphatic biology, especially as it relates to GLA and Gorham-Stout disease.

Support development and sharing of laboratory tools and reagents critical to conducting research.

Fund and monitor the progress of clinical trials, new treatments and medications that may help to treat the many complications that can arise from lymphatic malformations.

Promote and support a culture of collaboration and communication between medical professionals, research professionals, patient support groups and patients themselves in which all are put in the best position for beneficial outcomes.

LMI

The Lymphatic Malformation Institute is a 501 (c)(3)nonprofit organization whose mission is to improve the clinical care of patients with lymphangiomatosis and Gorham-Stout syndrome by funding research focused on identifying effective therapies for treating these rare disorders of the lymphatic system.